N332 Driving in Spain

In this week's episode of the N332 Driving in Spain Podcast, we put the spotlight on the school run, delving into the rules and responsibilities for all road users. We cover essential safety tips for parents and children who walk or cycle to school, including the legal requirements for helmets and lights, and the importance of visibility.

We also provide clear guidance for drivers on how to interact safely with vulnerable road users, such as the 1.5-metre overtaking rule for cyclists and the need to slow down near schools.

We break down common misconceptions about pedestrian priority under Spanish law and remind everyone that road safety is a shared responsibility.

Plus, we take a look back at key moments in Spanish motoring history.

Tune in to ensure your family's journey to school is a safe and healthy one.

This week on the N332 Driving in Spain podcast, we dive into a host of important topics to help you stay safe on the road.

We'll be discussing the latest DGT report on Spain's summer road safety, and taking a closer look at new research on the high number of false alarms from the eCall in-vehicle emergency system.

We also explore a potential new law in the UK that could affect older drivers. With the school year now underway, we have a special focus on back-to-school safety, covering essential tips for staying safe on and around school buses, as well as the important rules surrounding e-scooters.

Finally, our motoring historian takes us on a trip through time to celebrate some key events from this week in automotive history.

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As we shift into September, N332 places special attention on the school run—whether by bus, car, bike, or scooter. This month, all content carries a reminder to stay extra alert in school zones, observe reduced speeds, and respect children's routes and crossings.

We start this week rounding off August, with a look at Guardia Civil flags, before we move into our Back to School campaign, with advice for parents and guardians on the school run, as well as advice for thosewho might be sharing the road at the same time.

This week on the N332 Driving in Spain Podcast, Mark Nolan looks at three essential topics from Spain: how to keep your car in top shape during the summer heat, why relying on coffee to fight fatigue can be dangerous, and what to do if you are caught driving near a wildfire.

Plus, we explore Europe’s latest road safety headlines, including sweeping new driving laws in the UK, a major airbag recall affecting Citroën drivers, and the EU’s stand on keeping vehicle safety standards high in trade talks.

In this week's N332 Driving in Spain Podcast episode, we look at what's coming up this week on the N332 website, including more on the pivotal shift in Spanish traffic law, with new mandatory insurance regulations for electric scooters.

We also break down what it really means for a car to be roadworthy under Spanish law and offer some crucial advice for tackling the summer heat. Plus, a look back at the history of a beloved Spanish classic and a British icon.

From summer fatality figures to the role of speed and impaired driving, this latest N332 Driving in Spain podcast brings you the latest road safety news direct from the DGT.

We examine why urban fatalities are falling, how speed still drives one in four fatal crashes, and the alarming prevalence of drug and alcohol use behind the wheel.

Packed with context, analysis, and safety tips, this episode is essential listening for anyone driving in Spain.

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In this first episode of our new podcast series, we're bringing you the latest from the world of motoring and road safety, with a special focus on recent developments in Spain and the UK.

We delve into a DGT article that highlights the challenges faced by drivers in rural Spain and explore new initiatives aiming to improve mobility in these areas. We then cross over to the UK to look at a new "one visit, more impact" trial by a local council to tackle the perennial problem of potholes.

We also hear from the front line of accident rescue, as we get a first-hand account from the DGT on the life-saving work of firefighters and Guardia Civil officers.

Plus, we'll be discussing this week's upcoming articles on the N332 website, including a helpful guide to choosing car tyres, an update on new rules for obtaining a motorbike licence in Spain, and an explanation of overtaking on Spanish roads.

We also mention a significant new insurance act for Spanish drivers., which includes mandatory insurance for electric scooters. We will have more about that next time.

Finally, we take a trip down memory lane, looking at key moments from motoring history for the week of August 12th to 18th, including a poignant look at the UK's first motoring fatality and the passing of a co-founder of a famous automobile company.